2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 21 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 2008 Honda Accord. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |