2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Legacy
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 243 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L