2006 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Hardbody | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Hardbody | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
