2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Previa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
