2004 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |