2003 Opel Combo vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 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 2006 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, 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 (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Combo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
