2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 5 and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |