2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 450 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 Subaru Forester | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Parati |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
