2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |