2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda S-MX | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S-MX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
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 |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |