2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 467 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
