2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | BT-50 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2645 mm |
