2001 Toyota Supra vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Supra 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Toyota Subaru
Model Supra Forester
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 197 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1540 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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