2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 476 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 2004 Mazda 2. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 2 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |