2009 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Forester | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
