2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry 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 (163 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (144 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 693 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 2005 Toyota Camry. 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 144 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
