2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
