2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 2005 Subaru Forester and 1996 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Outback weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback. 1996 Subaru Outback 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. 1996 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |