1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Bigua | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2616 mm |
