2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Forester | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
