2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Vectra 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Opel Subaru
Model Vectra Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 123 HP 165 HP
Torque 165 Nm 227 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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