2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
