2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
