2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 2001 Opel Zafira. 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Legacy | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
