2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
