2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Honda Subaru
Model Accord Legacy
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2352 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 91 mm
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm


 

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