2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
Model | Legacy | 408 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |