2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. 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, 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
