2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 390 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
