2000 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Almera | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Almera | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |