1996 Honda Legend vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
