2001 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Omega | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
