2003 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 885 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Forester | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Transporter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |