2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Proudia | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |