2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Forester | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
