2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 375 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | IS | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |