1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Euro 1 | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |