2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MPV | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | MPV | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |