2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7

To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 2012 Mazda CX-7
Make Subaru Mazda
Model Legacy CX-7
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1718 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4681 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1646 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2751 mm


 

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