1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester. 2004 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 400 R | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
