2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |