1997 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 67 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Honda Prelude | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |