2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Espero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Espero would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Espero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Espero | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
