2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |