2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 765 kg more than 2002 Proton Perdana. 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 2002 Proton Perdana. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Subaru | Proton |
| Model | Legacy | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| 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 | 2010 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
