2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | CX-9 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
