2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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2004 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | 350Z | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |