2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 81 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
