2005 Rover 25 vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
