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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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 (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |