2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
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 | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |