2003 Opel Combo vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Opel Combo 2001 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Combo Legacy
Year Released 2003 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1686 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 64 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 64 L


 

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