2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |