2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 728 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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 (225 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Forester | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
