2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Forester and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (166 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
