2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Premacy | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
