2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
