2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
