2005 Rover 25 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 330 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
