2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
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2007 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
Model | Legacy | Vectra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |