2008 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Lexus IS and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | IS | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |