2002 Opel Signum vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Signum | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
