2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 939 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SSC Aero. 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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Subaru | SSC |
| Model | Forester | Aero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1090 mm |
