2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 368 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S2000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
