2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Endeavor | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |