1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (300 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Legacy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
