2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Forester | I |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2760 mm |
