2002 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Forester | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |