2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 696 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Cayenne | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |