2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
