2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Opel Agila

To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. 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 2009 Opel Agila. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2009 Opel Agila
Make Subaru Opel
Model Legacy Agila
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1229 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 72.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 41 L


 

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