2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Versa | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
