2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | GT 1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
