2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 23 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | CR-V |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |