2005 Rover 75 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 75 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 75 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |