2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | CX-9 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3725 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
