2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |