2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |