2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 2008 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Vectra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |