2004 Subaru Forester vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (162 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Forester | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
