2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Saleen S7

To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP) has 580 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.

Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saleen S7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2005 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Subaru Forester 2005 Saleen S7
Make Subaru Saleen
Model Forester S7
Year Released 2012 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2500 cc 7000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 170 HP 750 HP
Torque 236 Nm 949 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4559 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1781 mm 1981 mm
Vehicle Height 1699 mm 1041 mm
Wheelbase Size 2616 mm 2692 mm


 

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