2005 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |