2006 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
