1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Cutlass | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |