2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Legacy | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
