2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Premacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |