2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Xedos | Subaru |
| Model | 9 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
