2006 Opel Signum vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Signum. 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, 2006 Opel Signum (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Signum | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Signum | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |