2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |