2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester. 2002 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tundra | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Tundra | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2530 mm |