2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. Both 2009 Subaru Outback and 2007 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 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 (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Subaru Outback 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Outback Forester
Year Released 2009 2007
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 243 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
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 Height 1610 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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