2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Opel Combo

To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2012 Opel Combo
Make Subaru Opel
Model Legacy Combo
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 237 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 14 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 52 L


 

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