2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 37 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Legacy | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |