2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. 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 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Forester | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |