2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Forester and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Forester | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 287 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |