2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | Range Rover | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 560 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |