2005 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 292 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |