2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 917 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
