1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Vectra | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |