2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |