2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 307 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |