2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (208 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. 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 2008 Peugeot 607. 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2008 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
| Model | Forester | 607 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
