2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |