2003 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Forester | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Forester | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
