2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | CX-9 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |