2006 Rover 75 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Rover 75 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Rover Subaru
Model 75 Legacy
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L