2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 132 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.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Subaru | Lexus |
| Model | Forester | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
