2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 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 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Highlander | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Highlander | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 1685 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |