1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 768 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |