2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | MPV | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2615 mm |
