2000 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Forester | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Forester | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
