1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda CX-09. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2013 Mazda CX-09 has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1728 mm |
