2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |