1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 626 | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |