1998 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Signum | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Signum | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |