2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 42 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |