2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 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), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Forester | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| 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 | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
