2006 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 293 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. 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 1996 Toyota Venture. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Venture |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |