2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
