2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 288 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2009 Subaru Forester | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |