1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mazda 6

To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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