2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |