2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
