2006 Subaru Forester vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 338 kg more than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Forester | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
