2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Subaru | Lotus |
| Model | Forester | Evora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
