2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | X-Trail | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1633 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
