2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2006 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Coupe 2006 Subaru Forester
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Coupe Forester
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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