2001 Acura Integra vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2002 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | Integra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
