2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Impreza | 2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2489 mm |
