2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 177 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander (329 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 329 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |