2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Legacy | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |