2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 149 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Trafic | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Trafic | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2615 mm |