2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | H1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
