1996 Acura Integra vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 293 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | Integra | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |