2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 330 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (204 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
