2009 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Opel Zafira 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Zafira. 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, 2009 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Zafira | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Zafira | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
