2008 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Outback Sport | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
