2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |