Which Engine Size is Best for You?

by Takudzwa Masvaure In Zimbabwe

A car’s engine size, also known as the engine capacity or simply CC, is the size of the volume swept by each of the cylinders, which inside combine and burn air and fuel to generate energy. The larger the engine size, the more fuel your vehicle consumes, the more power it produces, and the more your car accelerates.

Engine capacity is also measured in litres—at times you may see such things as 2.0i or 3.0D written on the outside of a vehicle, and these simply stand for 2-litre petrol engine or 3-litre diesel engine, respectively. The size of the engine ultimately decides the power and bottom-line price you will pay, so it is an important factor to consider.

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What do Japanese Automaker Names Mean?

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Today, as one of the premier used Japanese car exporters in the country, we thought it would be interesting to talk about Japanese automakers themselves. For example, have you ever wondered how the Japanese say what we know as “Mazda,” or what “Nissan” actually means? Here’s a little Japanese lesson then, centered on popular Japanese automakers.

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Best Compact Crossover SUVs 2023

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The compact crossover SUV is designed to seamlessly blend a traditional saloon with an SUV. The melding creates a mixture of daily utility and mild off-road capabilities, yet leaves drivers with a more refined driving experience of a car.

They seamlessly blend the utility of a sedan with the capabilities of an SUV, offering better fuel economy than their truck-based predecessors. Here are our top 10 picks.

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Should You Buy? 5 Pros & Cons of Subaru Forester 2022

pros and cons of subaru forester 2022

The Subaru Forester is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by the Japanese company Subaru. The Forester was introduced in 1997 and is currently in its fifth generation since 2018. The 2022 Forester is a facelifted version of the fifth-generation model. It is available in 6 trim levels: Base, Premium, Sport, Wilderness, Limited, and Touring. What’s … Read more

Subaru Legacy Touring Wagon Review: 2003-2012 Model Improvement and Changes 

Subaru Legacy Touring Wagon Review: 2003-2012 Model Improvement and Changes 

The Subaru Legacy Touring Wagon is environmentally friendly, practical and economical. All models come with Subaru’s legendary AWD system for improved performance, handling and safety. It can be had with a selection of fuel-efficient gasoline and diesel engines, and is offered in two body styles: the B4 sedan and Outback SUV style. It’s sleek design on the outside and equally stylish interior make this car a must-buy for those who value comfort and convenience.

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Top 6 Used Subaru Models on the Market

Top 6 Used Subaru Models on the Market

If you’re looking for reliability and affordability on your next car purchase, then Subaru is the way to go. First having risen to prominence as a fantastic all-wheel-drive maker, Subaru also offers great cost of ownership. Other than great versatility and a wide range of customization, this is because of the fact that their value … Read more

BE FORWARD’s 5 Best-selling Manual SUVs Under $5,000

5 Marvelous Manual SUVs Under $5,000 - BE FORWARD

For those in the market for a used manual car, one of the top choices of car type for many would have to be the SUV. With the addition of 4WD capabilities, it could be said that you are only truly unleashing the power of your SUV when it runs on manual gears. Think that manual SUVs are more expensive than their automatic counterparts? Think again! For the love of the clutch and the stick, here are 5 of BE FORWARD’s best-selling used manual SUVs under $5,000, which also happen to be some of the best cheap manual cars on the market.

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Subaru Legacy B4 vs. Mazda Atenza Sport Comparison: Which is Best?

Subaru Legacy vs Mazda Atenza

Comparing and contrasting the Subaru Legacy B4 and Mazda Atenza Sport is like a battle of the sexes. One is bulky, domineering, masculine and has an incredible sporty history while the other one is nimble, stylish and lighter. What are the better features between the Subaru Legacy B4 vs. Mazda Atenza Sport? Being cars from different brands, engine sizes and prices, at the end of the day, it is all about what you love. 

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