2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 6 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |