2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda CX-09. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2013 Mazda CX-09 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Forester | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Forester | CX-09 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 5108 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1674 mm | 1728 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |