2007 Lexus GX vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GX | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | GX | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |