2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 644 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |