Opel Astra 2012 vs Subaru Legacy 2009

 
Opel Astra
2012 - 2016
Subaru Legacy
2009 - 2012
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.6 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 180 HP150 HP
Torque: 230 NM196 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.5 seconds11.3 seconds
Opel Astra is more dynamic to drive.
Opel Astra engine produces 30 HP more power than Subaru Legacy, whereas torque is 34 NM more than Subaru Legacy. Thanks to more power Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.48.1
Real fuel consumption: 9.6 l/100km7.8 l/100km
The Subaru Legacy is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise.
By specification Opel Astra consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Legacy, which means that by driving the Opel Astra over 15,000 km in a year you can save 105 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Astra consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Legacy.
Fuel tank capacity: 56 litres64 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 750 km in combined cycle790 km in combined cycle
960 km on highway980 km on highway
580 km with real consumption820 km with real consumption
Subaru Legacy gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)

Engines

Engine production duration: 5 years16 years
Engine spread: Used also on Opel InsigniaInstalled on at least 3 other car models, including Subaru Forester, Subaru Impreza, Subaru XV
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Subaru Legacy might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.70 m4.78 m
Width: 1.81 m1.78 m
Height: 1.54 m1.54 m
Both cars are similar in size. Opel Astra is 8 cm shorter than the Subaru Legacy, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 500 litres526 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1550 litres1660 litres
Subaru Legacy has more luggage space.
Opel Astra has 26 litres less trunk space than the Subaru Legacy. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Subaru Legacy (by 110 litres).
Turning diameter: 11.5 meters11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.1 metres more than that of the Subaru Legacy.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0852`030
Safety:
Opel Astra scores higher in safety tests, but Subaru Legacy is better rated in child safety tests. The Opel Astra scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
above average
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Average price (€): 52004200
Pros and Cons: Opel Astra has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
Subaru Legacy has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • has 4x4 drive
  • roomier boot
  • higher children safety
  • lower price
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