2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, both 2004 Subaru Outback and 2004 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Outback | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
