2008 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
