1993 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |