1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda S-MX | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S-MX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |