1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Trans Sport | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |