2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus RX. 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2005 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
