2005 Opel Frontera 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 Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Frontera | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Frontera | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |