2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (136 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |