2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Forester | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
