2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |