1999 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 253 kg more than 1999 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 323 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
