2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Subaru | Xedos |
| Model | Forester | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
