2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |