2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | QX56 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |