2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica 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 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 357 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. 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 2004 Toyota Celica. 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 (225 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
