2003 Acura EL vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | EL | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2615 mm |