2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 would be higher. At 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | HCD-7 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4498 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |