2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
