2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Legacy | Insignia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2737 mm |