2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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2006 Subaru Forester | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |