2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Forester and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3. 2005 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Forester | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
