1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Levante | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
