2007 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | GS | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |