2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
