2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1999 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura RL weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1999 Acura RL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Forester | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
