2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |