Subi Girl Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 I'm just wondering if anyone had any imput: pros/cons for the Forester, my parents are looking to get one and I very much prefer the Outback (just dont tell my Legacy that ^_~) but the main reason my mom wants it is cause she owns a SUV type thing now that has a tiny back windshield that she can barely see out of and the Forester has a big flat-ish one... any input would be helpful = ) thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjo Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Hey Honey!!! The new Outbacks are Sexy The foresters are too... boxy and stuff, and not enough power! but you lose some gas milage... I think your mom would be wicked cool driving around a WRX wagon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felipe01forester Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Get a used Forester, preferably a 2001. I was skeptical when my parents got one for me, but I've grown to love it. Do you have a lot of cargo to carry? If so, the Forester does the job. It has some good power, and the all-wheel-drive will definitely get you out of some jams. By all means, get the Forester, preferably a used one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyjo Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 They're looking for New Subarus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brumby Boy Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 GO THE OUTBACK FOR SURE THEY ROCK. The foresters are great but the new outbacks are huge and as comfertable as anything to drive i would buy a new Six speed six cylinder liberty sedan but i dont have the dollars and love my Brumby/Brat too much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferret Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Have them drive both, I have had both, currently a 2004 Forester. In 1998 when it came out, I asked myself, Who would ever...... Well I had a 2002 Forester and now a 2004. Be careful what you may say. (7 Subaru's since 1978) I am Very happy with it. Even thought my previous Legacy wagons were great, The Forester turns out to handle better, more fun to drive, and with the taller rear, I can fit more in the back for Hauling. For me the Forester turned out to be a Swan instead of an Ugly Duckling. Few side notes...My 2002 5sp got 25mpg at best. Usually stayed at 20-22. (Real Bad Case of Piston Slap) The 2004's WORST (winter, oxygenated fuel) has been 25. It stays around 28-29. I did get 34 last year. Straight drive full tank from NJ, up the NYS Thruway to Buffalo at 65-68mph (Cruise on), Then immediately refilled. I was Really Surprised. Also note, the JUST AVAILABLE 2006 Forester's are 5 CuFt SMALLER in the rear behind the seats. Subaru attributes this to the re-design. (as reported on their Website under new NEWS). Glad I got my 2004. My $.02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkoepp Posted June 8, 2005 Share Posted June 8, 2005 Our '04 Forester is perfect for us, the power is more than adequate. Drive the larger models and make a U turn on a residential street, then do a parallel park, now do the same with a Forester and you'll buy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hondasucks Posted June 9, 2005 Share Posted June 9, 2005 Forester or Outback XT, 5 speed :headbang: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Setright Posted June 9, 2005 Share Posted June 9, 2005 Hmm, from a more philsophical viewpoint: The Forester is a more honest design, pure in it's inspiration. The Outback is a jacked up Legacy. I would choose a Legacy. But otherwise a Forester. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subi Girl Posted June 9, 2005 Author Share Posted June 9, 2005 Hmm, from a more philsophical viewpoint: The Forester is a more honest design, pure in it's inspiration. The Outback is a jacked up Legacy. I would choose a Legacy. But otherwise a Forester. Well I have a 96 Legacy and my mom hates how little power it has, granted if she bought a 2005 or 2006 Legacy it would have more power but I dont think that she would, but I totally agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hondasucks Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 Well I have a 96 Legacy and my mom hates how little power it has, granted if she bought a 2005 or 2006 Legacy it would have more power but I dont think that she would, but I totally agree and the manuals are a totally different animal, lots more get up and go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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