2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |