2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 7 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Marathon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2457 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
