2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 670 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 (226 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 152 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |