2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |