2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Opel Astra

To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 71 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 2012 Opel Astra. 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, 2012 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2012 Opel Astra
Make Subaru Opel
Model Legacy Astra
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 52 L


 

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