2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2010 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Legacy | 5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |