2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |