1999 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Nova | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Nova | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
