2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis. 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 2001 Toyota Brevis. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
