2007 Subaru Justy vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Justy. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Justy 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Justy | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Justy | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
