2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
