2008 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2008 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus ES | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | ES | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
