2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Forester | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Prius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |