2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1994 Honda Today

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 983 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Today. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Legacy 1994 Honda Today
Make Subaru Honda
Model Legacy Today
Year Released 2006 1994
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 229 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1400 mm


 

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