2005 Honda Z vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
