1996 Eagle Vision vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Eagle Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Eagle Vision would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Eagle Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Eagle Vision. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Eagle Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Eagle Vision weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Eagle Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Eagle Vision | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Eagle | Subaru |
Model | Vision | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |