2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Vectra 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Vectra Legacy
Year Released 2004 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 9.1 L/100km


 

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