1999 Acura SLX vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 189 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura SLX | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | SLX | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2530 mm |