2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 7 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 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 2013 Honda Crosstour. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
