2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Subaru Outback (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Subaru Outback 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Outback Forester
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2530 mm


 

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