2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B3000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| 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 | 1671 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
