2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 722 kg more than 2013 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 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Touareg | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
