When you need an SUV suited for five passengers, either model will do. If you're looking for one that will provide the comfiest ride, the Forester is the right choice. The Subaru SUV offers up to 111.9 cubic feet of interior space, ensuring you have enough room for everyone. The RAV4 is a bit more limited, not even offering up to 100 cubic feet of cabin space.

All Subaru Forester models come standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, allowing you to take on wintery Chicago roads with confidence. The sure-footed drivetrain provides traction to your wheels and gives you improved traction control and handling when you need it most. Paired with the available X-MODE® feature, you'll take on unfavorable road conditions easily. The RAV4 does offer all-wheel drive, but it won't be standard to the lineup. You'll need to pay more to enjoy the same driving confidence provided by the Forester.

Safety is key with a new SUV, and the Subaru Forester and Toyota RAV4 offer equal packages to help your peace of mind. Whether you prefer the Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology or the Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0, you'll take advantage of features like lane-changing assist, pre-collision braking, and adaptive cruise control! However, the Forester also offers features like the DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System and Reverse Automatic Braking - the Toyota RAV4 doesn't equip either of these features.