2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 321 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Forester | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |
