2005 Mazda AZ vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 Mazda AZ and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 596 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda AZ | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | AZ | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |