2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Legacy | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2737 mm |
