2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 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 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 133 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 773 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |