Subaru Legacy 2006 vs Mazda 6 2005

 
Subaru Legacy
2006 - 2009
Mazda 6
2005 - 2007
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 3.0 Petrol2.3 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 245 HP166 HP
Torque: 297 NM207 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 seconds8.9 seconds
Subaru Legacy is more dynamic to drive.
Subaru Legacy engine produces 79 HP more power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 90 NM more than Mazda 6. Thanks to more power Subaru Legacy reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.18.7
The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Subaru Legacy consumes 3.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Subaru Legacy could require 510 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 64 litres64 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 520 km in combined cycle730 km in combined cycle
710 km on highway920 km on highway
Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Ground clearance: 155 mm (6.1 inches)130 mm (5.1 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Legacy can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 440'000 km420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 6 years16 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Subaru Outback, Subaru B9 TribecaInstalled on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda Tribute
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 6 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.66 m4.69 m
Width: 1.73 m1.78 m
Height: 1.44 m1.44 m
Subaru Legacy is smaller.
Subaru Legacy is 3 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 5 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 433 litres501 litres
Mazda 6 has more luggage space.
Subaru Legacy has 68 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6.
Turning diameter: 11.6 meters10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Legacy is 0.8 metres more than that of the Mazda 6, which means Subaru Legacy can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0301`905
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 32001200
Pros and Cons: Subaru Legacy has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • has 4x4 drive
  • higher ground clearance
  • longer expected engine lifespan
Mazda 6 has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
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