2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |