2005 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |