2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
