2002 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Opel Signum. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Signum | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Signum | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |