2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2300 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
