2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.

Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda NSX 2008 Subaru Forester
Make Honda Subaru
Model NSX Forester
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 0 HP
Torque 284 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 260 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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