2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Pickup. 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 (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Pickup | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pickup | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |