Mazda 6 vs Non-Turbo Subaru Legacy (both roro)

kingabdullah · Ricer Joined: 12 Oct 2008 Tech posts: 16 My 2NRide:

A friend of mine and I have been debating this topic for the last week or so. Basically we're going back and forth about which car would be a better purchase for a young, first time car buyer.

What would be your recommendation? Please give reasons e.g. cost and availability of parts etc.

Thank You.

b18b_turbo · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 1:18 pm Post subject:

Im all LGT....but this is n/a....

I guess the mazda V6 would have more bang than the n/a legacy...legacy parts are HARD to come accross, talking from experience.

But you cant compare a V6 to a little 2.0L n/a.....stop grabbing at straws Mazda ppl Razz

jadakiss · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 4:30 pm Post subject:

I had a mazda 6 as a company car...failure of a car really..heavy...slow..cheap interior..

the good side is its ok on gas..and it looks fairly decent

if u goin RORO plz dont go for a singapore model as the parts are harder to come by..not all but some. You can get a preety decent local used on for about 85-90K..si its preety cheap and easy to maintain

Legacy..well N/A is preety good also. Drove it one...it pulls man..about 160HP which is good for such a big car...the 2.0L N/A is very nice on the gas..very economical

RORO its not that expensive..again dont opt for singapore models cuz of the slightly different parts

JDM used can run u into about 115K..less if u buying from someone who has it already

well b18b_turbo, advised u about the parts..but the good side is..u can eventually get it but it abit pricey..but hell its a legacy dammit lol it not supposed to be cheap

if ur fren's pockets abit shallow id say mazda6..if u have alil cash to play with...Legacy FTW Mr. Green

Flex030

b18b_turbo · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 5:32 pm Post subject:

Flex....lol

I have alegacy rear bumper if u want parts Very Happy

De Bench · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 6:40 pm Post subject:

De Hero · Street 2NR Joined: 10 May 2006 Tech posts: 41 My 2NRide:

Now I know I am missing the mark a bit but hear me out - right now there is a legacy turbo wagon for sale by a reputable tuner for 135K.

http://forums.trinituner.co...=0&postorder=asc&&start=0

I know that for the younger crowd a wagon might seem like an old man ride - but trust me ther are plenty advantages to a wagon.

-Large bulky loads fit right in the large hatch door
-If you like your music - sub woofers work much much better in a wagon.
-If those rear seats can fold down (not sure about the legacy) you have a huge storage area for that occasonal airport run
-For the most part a wagon can do everything a sedan can do, but the reverse is not necessarily true.
-And on resale you might find the wagon holding its value better.
-Your insurance on a wagon may be a little lower - even though its a turbo car

And last but not least I personally kinda like the legacy wagon shape.

b18b_turbo · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 10:00 pm Post subject:

^^
how did u help the topic?

Banzai1 · Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 10:48 pm Post subject:

It's what makes a subaru a subaru....... Very Happy

No comparison.

bushwakka · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 3:41 pm Post subject:

prefer legacy

jadakiss · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 4:06 pm Post subject:

De Hero, u have to understand sumting fadda....d mere fact that the guy said his "friend" is looking at a mazda 6 means that his pockets aint all that deep...so even considering a turbo legacy wagon is out of the question for him IMO

the wagon is identical to the sedan mech etc but dont get fooled by the 135K price tag..personally insurance is very hefty cuz its SUBARU..most companies refusing to insure it. trust me i kno Mr. Green

also the cost of maintence and parts is relatively higher than most cars..jus ask b18b_turbo lol

again i say he shud go with a toyota corolla Mr. Green

Mazda 6 = hot mess
Legacy N/A= is not as satisfying as the GT. may was well save a 20-30K more and go turbo

b18b_turbo · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 8:14 pm Post subject:

well said there jadakiss

my first car was a Toyota Corolla, AE101 at that...

then civic, then altezza now LGT...graduating in steps Very Happy

IMHO the new VTI 1.8 civic and Corollas are the best cars on the road brand new locally for the price/longevity, economical, speed, maitenence ratio

jadakiss · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 8:47 pm Post subject:

b18b_turbo, how old are u dude? u owned quite abit of cars there man..dont tell me ur 25 eh..i go feel shame lol

i always loved the altezza..the 4cylinder beams tuned engine runs like a beytach!

but i was abit concerned abt parts n whatnot...

Conrad · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 9:02 pm Post subject:

Toyotas don't need parts. They need oil changes and gas. Neutral

b18b_turbo · Posted: Thu May 14, 2009 9:06 pm Post subject:

Knight1 · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 7:08 am Post subject:

Skyline_babe · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:02 am Post subject:

id say the legacy
prefer that over a mazda...

b18b_turbo · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:04 am Post subject:

the only mazda car that gained any respect was the 3rd gen Wink

Skyline_babe · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:08 am Post subject:

^^^^ exactly

shocking that i actually find a rotary intresting though
hmm 3rd gen...good stuff Wink

b18b_turbo · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:17 am Post subject:

hmmm...so the lil girl know something.... Razz

Skyline_babe · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:30 am Post subject:

wtf

b18b_turbo · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:31 am Post subject:

jadakiss · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:06 pm Post subject:

dude if ur fren looking to get a car ..holla at me. i cud show him/her how to bring it in himself..wud save u about ah 40K.

saved me tons of cash on my legacy gt Mr. Green

b18b_turbo · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:50 pm Post subject:

Skyline_babe · Posted: Fri May 15, 2009 11:53 pm Post subject:

hmmmm oh really... Twisted Evil

jadakiss · Posted: Sat May 16, 2009 2:28 am Post subject:

b18b_turbo, well u got urs already homie so u kno Mr. Green

But yea i brought in mines and damn..i was shocked..at least 45K cheaper than buying by say crism or bess motors..soo hey im a happy camper Laughing

honestly them guys at crism whey too overpriced..selling 2004 singapore models for like 180K...well i priced it shipping and licensed on the road in trinidad and it wud cost about 100K...i was like damn

JDM's are abit higher tho..but not by much. Mr. Green

Flex030 · Posted: Sat May 16, 2009 10:07 am Post subject:

^^^^^^^^We will need to meet pretty soon buddy..... Mr. Green

Razkal · Posted: Sat May 16, 2009 10:44 am Post subject:

How can y'all compare the lower-end mazda 6's with the dime-a-dozen LGTs running around T&T??
How many properly equipped 6s have y'all driven?

For a first time driver: I'd buy NONE. Purchase a NZE corolla, get the 1.8 version, some nice comps/coaxs and some nice wheels, and you'll have yourself a pretty decent ride that calls for next to nothing in maintenance....and some cash in hand still. Idea

jadakiss · Posted: Sat May 16, 2009 3:30 pm Post subject:

Razkal, u make a good point..1.8 corolla is the shiznit. my old uwi teacher had one..beastly ride. parts preety pricey on the corolla...dont be fooled man..corolla is quality sh*t u kno ! Laughing

But the legacy wud get him more girls tho hehe...well unless the 'friend' is a girl..then umm....the girls she attracts , she can jus send them to me Mr. Green

FLEX when ever u ready nah jus holla.

Personally im not trying to make any dealer rich..cuz there are dealers charging 195-200k for a 2006 upwards LGT and u seeing that the price in japan is only $12,000 USD landed in port of spain! It makes u wonder ..hey man...isnt that robbery w/violence lol

just my $0.02 peeps

Knight1 · Posted: Sat May 16, 2009 7:03 pm Post subject: