2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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2006 Subaru Outback | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |