2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Impreza | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |