2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1997 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 392 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |