2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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 RX-8. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |