2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S-MX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |