2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S-MX | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2616 mm |