2007 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2007 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |