2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 152 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda B4000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B4000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
