2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 537 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Forester | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Forester | Z |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |