1997 Nissan Presea vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Nissan Presea.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Presea | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Presea | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
