2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1020 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero. 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Subaru | SSC |
| Model | Forester | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1090 mm |
