Mazda 6 2005 vs Subaru Legacy 2006
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mazda 6) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Subaru Legacy) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 121 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 187 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds | |
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Mazda 6 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 6 engine produces 44 HP less power than Subaru Legacy, but torque is 133 NM more than Subaru Legacy. Despite less power, Mazda 6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 | 8.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.6 l/100km | 9.3 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 6 consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Legacy, which means that by driving the Mazda 6 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 6 consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Legacy. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1040 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 1230 km on highway | 920 km on highway | ||
| 960 km with real consumption | 680 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 150 mm (5.9 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: | 390'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda 6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda 5 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Subaru Forester, Subaru Impreza, Subaru XV | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Subaru Legacy might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Subaru Legacy 2006 2.0 engine: The Subaru EJ204 is a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter boxer engine producing around 150–160 hp, widely used in models such as Impreza, Legacy, and Forester between 1999 and 2015. It is generally regarded as a durable engine, but like many units from the EJ ... More about Subaru Legacy 2006 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.72 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.47 m | |
| Mazda 6 is 1 cm shorter than the Subaru Legacy, 5 cm wider, while the height of Mazda 6 is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 459 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1712 litres | 1649 litres | |
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Mazda 6 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Subaru Legacy may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 6 (by 63 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 6 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Subaru Legacy, which means Mazda 6 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`040 kg | 1`945 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`520 kg | 1`485 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 520 kg | 460 kg | |
| Mazda 6 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 12 procentiem more than Subaru Legacy. Therefore, Mazda 6 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 2600 | |
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