2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 375 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 2006 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
