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. Both 2008 Subaru Forester and 2007 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (224 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. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (306 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
