Subaru Outback 2017 vs Subaru Forester 2016
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Estate car / wagon | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Subaru Outback is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Subaru Forester has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Engines: | 2.5 - 3.6 (petrol) | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Subaru Forester is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 175 - 260 HP | 147 - 241 HP | |
| Torque: | 235 - 350 NM | 198 - 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.6 - 10.2 seconds | 7.5 - 11.8 seconds | |
| In general, Subaru Outback are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Subaru Forester. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 - 9.9 | 5.1 - 8.5 | |
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Subaru Outback petrol engines consumes on average 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than Subaru Forester. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 200 - 221 mm (7.9 - 8.7 inches) | 220 mm (8.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Forester can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.68 m | 1.74 m | |
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Subaru Outback is larger, but lower. Subaru Outback is 21 cm longer than the Subaru Forester, 5 cm wider, while the height of Subaru Outback is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 512 litres | 505 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
2076 litres | 1564 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru Outback is 0.4 metres less than that of the Subaru Forester, which means Subaru Outback can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`115 kg | ~ 2`056 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`679 kg | ~ 1`591 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 436 kg | ~ 465 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 15 200 | 11 200 | |
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