2005 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
