2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Entourage | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
