2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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 (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2004 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
