2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (166 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 218 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
