1998 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Sunny | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |