2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 116 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda FR-V. 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 (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | FR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |