2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |