2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
