2001 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
