2005 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Honda Legend | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |