2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2008 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, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Forester | Elantra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 146 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |