2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
