2010 Tata Nano vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 785 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2002 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Tata Nano | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Tata | Subaru |
Model | Nano | Forester |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |