2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 831 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Forester | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |