2002 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Forester | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Forester | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |