2004 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot Partner | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | Partner | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
