2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
