2005 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |