2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |