2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 332 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Forester | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
