2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
