2006 Lexus ES vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Lexus ES and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus ES weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus ES | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | ES | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3314 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |