2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 509 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Terrano | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |