2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 426 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Subaru Forester 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Subaru Honda
Model Forester Jazz
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 77 HP
Torque 236 Nm 110 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 4559 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1781 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1674 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2616 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 42 L


 

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