2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 2 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
