2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Legacy | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1510 mm |
