2002 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Subaru Outback | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |