2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Tribute | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |