Subaru Legacy 2009 vs Mazda 6 2010

 
Subaru Legacy
2009 - 2012
Mazda 6
2010 - 2012
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Diesel2.2 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 150 HP180 HP
Torque: 350 NM400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.3 seconds8.5 seconds
Mazda 6 is a more dynamic driving.
Subaru Legacy engine produces 30 HP less power than Mazda 6, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Mazda 6. Due to the lower power, Subaru Legacy reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.95.4
The Mazda 6 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
Subaru Legacy consumes 0.5 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 75 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity: 64 litres64 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1080 km in combined cycle1180 km in combined cycle
1250 km on highway1420 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: 150 mm (5.9 inches)165 mm (6.5 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 6 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. Note, however, that this Mazda 6 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km380'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 17 years5 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Subaru Outback, Subaru ForesterInstalled on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda 3, Mazda CX-7
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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.73 m4.76 m
Width: 1.78 m1.80 m
Height: 1.51 m1.44 m
Subaru Legacy is smaller, but higher.
Subaru Legacy is 3 cm shorter than the Mazda 6, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Subaru Legacy is 7 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 486 litres519 litres
Mazda 6 has more luggage space.
Subaru Legacy has 33 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 6.
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters11.8 meters
The turning circle of the Subaru Legacy is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mazda 6, which means Subaru Legacy can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0452`065
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
above average
Average price (€): 50004800
Pros and Cons: Subaru Legacy has
  • has 4x4 drive
Mazda 6 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher ground clearance
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
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