2002 Opel Omega vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega.

Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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 (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Omega 2011 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Omega Legacy
Year Released 2002 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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