2000 Honda Z 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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Z | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Z | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |