2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 5 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |