2009 Honda Stream vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Stream | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |