2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. Both 2010 Mazda 3 and 2013 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1363 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
