2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 6. 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 (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
