2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CR-V | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
