2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 268 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Tribute | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |