2008 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Stream. 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Stream | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
