1997 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
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1997 Acura Integra | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | Integra | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |