2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. Both 2005 Mazda 6 and 2012 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |