2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |