2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 361 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.
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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
