2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. 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 2011 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2011 Lexus GS 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. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Subaru | Lexus |
| Model | Forester | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
