2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
