1998 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Outback |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |