2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
