2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2000 Buick Century | |
Make | Subaru | Buick |
Model | Legacy | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |