2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 740 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Ridgeline | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
