2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B3000 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
