2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 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 55 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |