2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Drifter | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
