2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Hardbody | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |