2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | iQ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |