2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda RX-8 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.
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2003 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |