2002 Mitsubishi SUP vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi SUP would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 476 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (240 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | SUP | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
