2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Forester 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.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |