2000 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.

Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda NSX 2012 Subaru Forester
Make Honda Subaru
Model NSX Forester
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3177 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 290 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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