Car Comparison

2004 Mazda3 • 2025 Subaru WRX • 2026 Acura Integra • 2026 Subaru Impreza RS — Updated March 2026

Engine & Performance

Spec 2004 Mazda3 2.3L Current 2025 Subaru WRX 2026 Acura Integra 2026 Subaru Impreza RS
Engine 2.3L NA I4 2.4L Turbo Boxer 1.5L Turbo I4 2.5L NA Boxer
Horsepower 160 hp @ 6,500 rpm 271 hp @ 5,600 rpm 200 hp 180 hp
Torque 150 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm 258 lb-ft @ 2,000–5,200 rpm 192 lb-ft 178 lb-ft
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed manual 6-speed manual CVT only
Drivetrain FWD AWD FWD AWD
Est. 0–60 ~7.8 sec ~5.5 sec ~6.5 sec ~7.0 sec
Power-to-Weight ~17.3 lbs/hp ~12.4 lbs/hp ~15.5 lbs/hp ~18.3 lbs/hp

Dimensions & Weight

Spec 2004 Mazda3 2.3L Current 2025 Subaru WRX 2026 Acura Integra 2026 Subaru Impreza RS
Curb Weight ~2,762–2,880 lbs ~3,350 lbs ~3,095 lbs ~3,296 lbs
Body Style Sedan Sedan Liftback/Hatchback Sedan
Rear Legroom 36.3 in 36.5 in ~35.6 in 36.5 in
Rear Headroom 37.4 in 36.7 in ~37.0 in 38.0 in
Rear Shoulder Room 54.0 in 55.6 in ~54.6 in 55.3 in
Cargo / Trunk 12.3 cu-ft ~12.0 cu-ft 24.0 cu-ft 20.4 cu-ft

Fuel Economy

Spec 2004 Mazda3 2.3L Current 2025 Subaru WRX 2026 Acura Integra 2026 Subaru Impreza RS
City MPG ~22 19 28 27
Highway MPG ~28–31 26 36–37 36–37
Fuel Required Regular Premium Premium Regular

Price & Ownership

Spec 2004 Mazda3 2.3L Current 2025 Subaru WRX 2026 Acura Integra 2026 Subaru Impreza RS
Base MSRP Used market ~$36,920 ~$40,395 ~$30,690
Manual Available? ✓ Yes (5-speed) ✓ Yes (6-speed) ✓ Yes (6-speed) ✗ No

🦞 Lobster Capacity

Based on regulation Maine lobsters (~225 cu-in each), 60% packing efficiency for angry crustaceans. Trunk/cargo only.

~57
2004 Mazda3
Current car
~51
2025 Subaru WRX
~137
2026 Acura Integra
~117
2026 Subaru Impreza RS