2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
