1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Forester | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |