2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |