2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
