2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Impreza | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
