2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 158 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |