1999 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 457 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Tigra. 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Tigra | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Tigra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |