2008 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 1 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 367 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.

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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti M 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Infiniti Subaru
Model M Forester
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4493 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 456 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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