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Subaru Forester VS Toyota RAV4
Re: Subaru Forester VS Toyota RAV4 [luv2golf]
Each has its pros and cons. For reference, we own a 2009 Forester 2.5X Limited with the PZEV 175hp engine, and also a 2007 Sienna with the 2GR-FE V6 engine that goes in the RAV4. Are you shopping the base engines, or V6 vs. turbo? The Forester is efficient and very easy to drive. Considering it's shorter than a Chevy Cobalt coupe, you get tons of room. The seat backs ... Read More...
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Subaru Forester
Re: 2010 vs. 2009 [ateixeira]
>> how you were driving around with 4 year old maps, and you were OK with that? Why would I care? I have never ran into a new road. Outlander uses Navteq maps the same map vendor as most of manufacturers: acura, audi, benz, bmw, caddi, LR, jag, infi, mazd, niss, vw, volvo and more. And they all get updates at the same time. I dont think its 4 years. The current version ... Read More...
Re: Do It Yourself [ateixeira]
>> 3 things the Outlander's expensive system does not: * frequent updates * 3 choices for traffic, including a free one with no subscription * text-to-speech How do you know? Did you read a user guide for the 2010 Outlander? Or you are talking again about 2007 Outlander? Once more , in 2007 Forester did not ANY navigation, while Outlander got hard-drive based with ... Read More...
Re: Do It Yourself [ateixeira]
>> Admit it, you did not know about Subaru's diesel engine. Otherwise why did you mention it on your list of things Subaru doesn't offer that Mitsubishi does? I cant admit that, because I told you about Subaru first diesel development on this very board over a year ago. This time I did not say that Subaru doesn't offer diesel, but Ive said however that Subaru ... Read More...
Re: Do It Yourself [chelentano]
Yea, sure, I know Admit it, you did not know about Subaru's diesel engine. Otherwise why did you mention it on your list of things Subaru doesn't offer that Mitsubishi does? Have you ever thought why Lexus and Benz dont use your the real thing in their luxury SUVs? Because those aren't the sportier manufacturers in that segment. BMW offers a true manual in the ... Read More...
Re: Do It Yourself [ateixeira]
>> The rest of your post waters things down by comparing Mitsu corporate to FHI. Subaru of America, where both of us live, is on a huge roll... 'Subaru of America' does not build cars. Its just a marketing office and sales numbers by local market/season may be misleading for the company health. The fact is that worldwide Fuji / Subaru sales decline every year: from ... Read More...
RE: Subaru Reliability [ateixeira]
Interesting complaints. I guess when comparing to the prior generation, most things are a marked improvement. For example, space is absolutely incredible and well-portioned. Controls are well-placed and visually appealing, to me anyway, but that is one of those "to each his own" things. The ride is stiff, which is fantastic, but a little harsh with the 17" ... Read More...
Mitsubishi Outlander vs. Subaru Forester
Re: Chase Freedom Rewards [chelentano]
Dual-Clutch auto-manual True, but it's a shame the dual-clutch SST transmission didn't make it to the US-spec Outlander GT, though. Keep in mind that vehicle starts at $31 grand, and that's with cloth and no Navi. Plus - Mitsu said it was coming. may be it's not in the top 2 anymore, but top 3 or 5 Actually no, it did not make the top 6 in its class. The rest of your post ... Read More...
Re: Chase Freedom Rewards [ateixeira]
>> Mitsu got their CVT first, kudos, Subaru's is due out soon. Soon! Who cares for CVT? This is old tech for cheap cars. Mitsu has been already selling cars with modern smooth 6-speed auto, and Dual-Clutch auto-manual, paddle shifters and neutral logic. . >> But keep in mind our tried-and-true Forester is on CR's most reliable list, and Mitsubishi, while deserving ... Read More...
I think this thread topic should be updated to "2009+ Subaru Forester"
Post topic, plus I installed my winter tires over the weekend. I managed to find a set of 16" silver-painted steel wheels from a 2007 Forester on which to install the tires. I like them! They look pretty good on the car, but the smaller rim size, combined with the winter tires, makes for a much smoother ride. They are even somewhat quieter than the stock tires, though ... Read More...
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