1999 Honda Z vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Z | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Z | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |