2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 6 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |