1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Domino 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 167 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 838 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 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 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Domino | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
