2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | FR-V | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
