2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
