Article Comments - 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX vs. 2007 Mazdaspeed 3

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Comparison Test: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX vs. 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 - Although the Subaru's 5.9-second 0-60 time is two ticks better than the Mazda's 6.1-second clocking, it's all due to its traction advantage at launch. By the end of the quarter-mile, the two cars are dead even at 14.5 seconds and the Mazdaspeed 3 is going 98.7 mph compared to the WRX at 94.4 mph. Considering the difference in power ratings, none of this is surprising. (more)

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#114 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [rsholland] by aviboy97 Dec 22, 2007 (7:18 am)
Replying to: rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 6:37 am) Mazda does not Haldex. Is it similar? Yes. It is a reactive AWD system, however, Mazda builds it. In many comparo's, the Mazdaspeed6 beat out the competition that uses full time AWD systems, such as the Legacy GT. See "Mazdaspeed6 vs Legacy GT Spec B" comparo by Edmunds. Replies to this message: rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 7:21 am) aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 7:23 am) rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 7:24 am)
#115 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [aviboy97] by rsholland Dec 22, 2007 (7:21 am)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 7:18 am) I don't like the reactive aspect. Mazda may build it, but they probably have an agreement with Haldex to do so. Bob Replies to this message: aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 7:23 am) rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 7:24 am)
#116 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [tiff_c] by aviboy97 Dec 22, 2007 (7:21 am)
Replying to: tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 6:44 am) Subaru is very high up on the quality list. They sure do cost when they break. I know mine has broken a lot lately My wives Impreza has taken numerous trips to the dealer this year..head gaskets, O2 sensor twice, hold in intake manifold, replaced fuel lines (interior would reek of fuel). Right now, the ODO reads just over 70K. Luckily, we have an extended warranty, have not paid for anything. Replies to this message: tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 9:44 am) aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 12:48 pm) tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 7:50 pm) and 2 more...
#117 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [rsholland] by aviboy97 Dec 22, 2007 (7:23 am)
Replying to: rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 7:21 am) I thought they did, but, Haldex has nothing to do with it at all. Replies to this message: rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 7:24 am)
#118 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [aviboy97] by rsholland Dec 22, 2007 (7:24 am)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 7:23 am) It's still a reactive system. I prefer a proactive system like what Subaru uses. Bob
#119 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [aviboy97] by tiff_c Dec 22, 2007 (9:44 am)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 7:21 am) My wives Impreza has taken numerous trips to the dealer this year..head gaskets, O2 sensor twice, hold in intake manifold, replaced fuel lines (interior would reek of fuel). Right now, the ODO reads just over 70K. Luckily, we have an extended warranty, have not paid for anything. Wow thats' terrible. I expect mine to have problems as it's 6 years old with over 200K on it. It's had a few problems but mostly small stuff. Subaru builds some great cars, but I guess a few slip through the cracks. Replies to this message: aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 12:48 pm) tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 7:50 pm) merrycynic (Dec 22, 2007 8:20 pm) and 1 more...
#120 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [tiff_c] by aviboy97 Dec 22, 2007 (12:48 pm)
Replying to: tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 9:44 am) Overall, we have been happy with the car. It's a 2002 Impreza 2.5RS. Great in the snow. Fuel economy stinks, getting low very low 20's as an average, 25 highway TOPS!! I was told by my service manager that the head gasket and fuel line issues have been common in the Imprezas as well as the Foresters. Replies to this message: tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 7:50 pm) merrycynic (Dec 22, 2007 8:20 pm) tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 8:58 pm)
#121 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [rsholland] by roadburner Dec 22, 2007 (1:43 pm)
Replying to: rsholland (Dec 22, 2007 6:00 am) Doesn't mean a thing to me. If and when Mazda offers AWD on the MS3, then maybe I'll look at one. I didn't think I'd like it either, but a test drive changed my mind. I actually prefer RWD; I bought the MS3 on a whim while I waited to see if Munich would make a truly sporting version of the 135i(looks like I'll wait in vain...). I find most AWD cars competent but extremely uninvolving to drive- especially on the track. The only AWD cars that I could see myself owning(not counting my wife's BMW truck) are the RS4, STi, and Evo. In the meantime, I'll take the MS3 to a few HPDEs and see how its "pit bull on crystal meth" character translates to the track environment...
#122 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [aviboy97] by tiff_c Dec 22, 2007 (7:50 pm)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Dec 22, 2007 12:48 pm) Overall, we have been happy with the car. It's a 2002 Impreza 2.5RS. Great in the snow. Fuel economy stinks, getting low very low 20's as an average, 25 highway TOPS!! I was told by my service manager that the head gasket and fuel line issues have been common in the Imprezas as well as the Foresters. I have a 2002 WRX and it's been great, a few issues here and there but I drive so much that these thing are just expected, plus the company will rent me a car when mine is in the shop. I've had a few issues and fuel economy is not really very good I think I get about 24mpg on the highway which I mostly drive. I get less now probably but I stopped measuring it after the first year. too depressing but I'm reimbursed 35 cents a mile so in 200K that amounts to $70,000! since 2002! But not all of that is on the company so I really haven't worried about repairs. The new STI is a possibility but my kids are in college and that costs $$$$$. Awesome in snow with Nokian tires but I have quotes out on a Mazdaspeed3. No AWD but good performance and I might get a job that requires less driving as it's really killing me to drive that much. Subaru makes great cars but better fuel economy would be a big selling point for me. Replies to this message: merrycynic (Dec 22, 2007 8:20 pm) tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 8:58 pm)
#123 of 146 Re: The Hits Just Keep On Coming II [tiff_c] by merrycynic Dec 22, 2007 (8:20 pm)
Replying to: tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 7:50 pm) Man, you weren't kidding when you said you drive more miles than most! I thought I drove a lot with over 126K in 5.5 years on my '02 WRX wagon. Replies to this message: tiff_c (Dec 22, 2007 8:58 pm)