2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2003 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Tribute | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |