2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |