2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Forester | Elantra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87 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 | 1470 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |