2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S2000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
