2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. 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 2007 Chevrolet Optra. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Optra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
