2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
