1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 2011 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
