2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 504 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 Civic. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |