2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. 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 CR-V. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |