2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |