2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |