2008 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (257 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
