2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. 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 2004 Infiniti I. 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2004 Infiniti I 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. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Forester | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
