2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 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 2013 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 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Impreza | 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
