2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B3000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
