2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2010 Subaru Outback and 2010 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Outback | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Outback | 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |