2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 272 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2489 mm |
