2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Legacy | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |