2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Forester | Legend |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
