2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Legacy | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
