2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
