Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews
Subaru Legacy
$563
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Honda Accord
$400
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Overall Reliability Rating
4
Above Average
The Subaru Legacy Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 16th out of 24 for midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $563 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are not common for the Legacy.
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The Honda Accord Reliability Rating is 4.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 1st out of 24 for midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $400 which means it has excellent ownership costs. The severity and frequency of repairs are both much lower than other vehicles, so the Accord is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.
“Bought this car in 2009 with 103,000 miles for $850.00 She now has 114,000 on her and I had the A/C charged and that's it. She runs like a top. And I was lucky the original owner kept it garaged...”
“Bought this car in 2009 with 103,000 miles for $850.00 She now has 114,000 on her and I had the...”
The Honda Accord ranks highest in value and ranks lowest in interior.
100% of reviewers would recommend this car.
“This car is great vehicle. My Accord has been very inexpensive to repair and drives well. The only issues I've had are some bulbs that have gone out in the dash and a check engine light because of...”
“This car is great vehicle. My Accord has been very inexpensive to repair and drives well. The...”
The Honda Accord and the Subaru Legacy are both midsize, four-door sedans. One major difference between these cars is in their drive systems. The Accord comes with front-wheel drive, while the Legacy comes standard with all-wheel drive. If you have to deal with snow and ice each winter, the advantage of all-wheel drive may make a big difference to you.
When it comes to power, the Honda Accord and the Subaru Legacy are fairly close. The standard engine in the Accord has 192 horsepower, while the Legacy comes with a slightly lower 175 horsepower standard. The Accord’s optional engine has an output of 252 horsepower, while the Legacy’s power upgrade is similar, with 256 horsepower.
The Honda Accord offers many advantages in this comparison. It’s a brand-new design on a brand-new platform, while the Legacy was last updated back in 2015. The Accord also offers the latest driver assistance technologies as standard equipment, including adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning and lane-keeping assist. The Accord is very smooth, refined and enjoyable to drive. It sets a new bar for midsize sedans.
Unless you need the security of all-wheel drive in your midsize sedan, the Honda Accord is the clear choice over the Subaru Legacy.