2004 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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 Fit. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Fit | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |