2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 542 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.
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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Forester | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
