2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 489 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |