2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
