2007 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
