1997 Mazda Levante vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Levante | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
