2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 602 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 2007 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, 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 803 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
