2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |