2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda S2000 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Honda Subaru
Model S2000 Legacy
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2157 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 310 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm


 

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