2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.

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2008 Subaru Forester 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Forester Forester
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 99.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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