2005 Infiniti I vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 224 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. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2005 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti I | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | I | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |