2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Fox 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 (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 621 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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 Volkswagen Fox. 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 (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Fox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |