2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 8 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 432 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 2013 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Legacy | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
