2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 582 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
