2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. 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 (319 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |