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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 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 25 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 (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2007 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 2501 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
