1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
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1999 Subaru Forester | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |