2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Forester | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
