2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1674 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
