2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Odyssey | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |