2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saleen S7. 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Saleen |
| Model | Forester | S7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2692 mm |
