2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |