2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Premacy | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2645 mm |