2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 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 Xterra (270 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Xterra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
