2000 Honda FCX vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 713 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda FCX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | FCX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1553 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
