2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 916 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 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
