2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 2011 Honda Fit. 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 (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 117 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
