2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B3000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
