2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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2006 Subaru Forester | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |