2002 Honda Passport vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Passport. 2002 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Passport | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Passport | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |