2011 Subaru Forester vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 384 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Xedos |
| Model | Forester | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2620 mm |
