2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
