2002 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester 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 46 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Subaru Forester 2012 Subaru Forester
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Forester Forester
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 170 HP
Torque 176 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1474 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2616 mm


 

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