2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
