2003 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |