2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
