2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Forester | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
