2011 Proton Satria vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Proton Satria 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 391 kg more than 2011 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Proton Satria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Proton Satria | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | Satria | Forester |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |