2002 Acura EL vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | EL | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |