2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 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 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |