2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 CR-V (218 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |