2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B4000. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B4000. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda B4000 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | B4000 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |