2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
