2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |