2002 Opel Concept M vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Concept M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Concept M would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Opel Concept M. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Concept M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 162 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Concept M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Concept M | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Concept M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
