2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Stream |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |