2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 383 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Honda Subaru
Model Mobilio Legacy
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 163 HP
Torque 131 Nm 187 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm


 

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