2006 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 328 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |