2007 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Aerio | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Aerio | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
