2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Caldina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |