1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Z | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
