Accord VII vs Legacy IV (BL/BP): which is better?
Honda Accord VII (2002–2008) vs Subaru Legacy IV (BL/BP) (2003–2009): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Honda Accord VIISpecifications
| Honda Accord VII | Subaru Legacy IV (BL/BP) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2002–2008 | 2003–2009 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.4 | 2.0 |
| Power, up to | 190 hp | 165 hp |
| Torque, up to | 223 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 665 mm | 4 665 mm |
| Width | 1 760 mm | 1 730 mm |
| Height | 1 455 mm | 1 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 670 mm | 2 670 mm |
| Fuel tank | 65 L | 64 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 28 750 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Honda Accord VII
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 190 hp
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Honda K20/K24 engine: VTC actuator rattle on cold start
Engine (Honda K20/K24): VTC actuator rattle on cold start; oil consumption on the K24Z (2008–2012); crankshaft seal leak.
Subaru Legacy IV (BL/BP)
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Subaru EJ (2.0–2.5) engine: head gasket leaks
Engine (Subaru EJ (2.0–2.5)): head gasket leaks; oil consumption; head gasket on the EJ253.
Which one to choose
- Accord VII — if you care more about: power, torque, fuel tank.
- Legacy IV (BL/BP) — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Accord VII or Legacy IV (BL/BP)?
Accord VII: up to 190 hp, Legacy IV (BL/BP): up to 165 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Accord VII — about 28 750 ₸, Legacy IV (BL/BP) — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.