2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |