2002 Lexus RX vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus RX weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus RX | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
