2002 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Forester | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Prius |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |