2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 737 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Forester | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
