2007 Honda S2000 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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 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 S2000 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S2000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
