2002 Acura EL vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | EL | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |