2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Blackhawk | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 229 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |