2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |