2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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 (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
| Model | Legacy | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
