1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Activehicle | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
