2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica 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. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
