2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
