2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |