2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2006 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. Both 2009 Subaru Outback Sport and 2006 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.

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 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Subaru Outback Sport 2006 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Outback Sport Forester
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 163 HP
Torque 231 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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