1998 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 284 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |