2006 Skoda Superb vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Superb | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Superb | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2615 mm |
