2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
