2003 Mazda Spiano vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 3 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 730 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. 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 2003 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Spiano | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Spiano | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
