1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
