2004 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
