2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 548 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |