1997 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 323. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 323. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 323 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 323 | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |