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Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Forester than in the Nissan Xterra, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Nissan Xterra and the Subaru Forester.
Convenience
With the Subaru Forester, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Nissan Xterra, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Nissan Xterra will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Forester.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. Both the Nissan Xterra and the Subaru Forester have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
Since the Nissan Xterra is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Nissan Xterra takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Forester.
Drivetrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Nissan Xterra does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Forester.
Handling
The Nissan Xterra has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Nissan Xterra is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Nissan Xterra greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Nissan Xterra and the Subaru Forester.
The Nissan Xterra has less cargo space than the Subaru Forester, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.
Warranty
The Nissan Xterra comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Subaru Forester.
Compare the 2013 Nissan Xterra and the 2014 Subaru Forester. 
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2013 Nissan
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2014 Subaru
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| Cash Back Rebate: | Up to $500 | Visit Rebate Center |
| Low APR Loan: | -- | -- |
| Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
| City MPG: | 15 - 16 |
22 - 24
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| Highway MPG: | 20 - 22 | 28 - 32 |
| Engine(s): | V-6 | Horizontal |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 - 5 | 5 - 5 |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/36,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
Safety Rating: Front 
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Not Tested | Good |
| Safety Rating: Side
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Not Tested | No Data Avail. |
| Safety Rating: Rear
Vehicle safety data is provided by IIHS, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to reducing deaths and injuries on the nation's highways.
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Not Tested | Good |
| Invoice*: | $21,745 - $27,584 | $20,811 - $30,836 |
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