2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 908 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Frontier | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |