2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Impreza | 6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |