2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai H1 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | H1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
