2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Marathon and 2005 Subaru G3X were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Subaru G3X. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 507 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru G3X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Marathon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X 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 Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Marathon | G3X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1490 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 41 L |
