2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |
