2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Honda Accord (193 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |