2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |