1988 Renault 5 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 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 179 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 5 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 5 | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |