2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Legacy | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
