2004 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 77 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Signum | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |