2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. 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 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Forester | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 343 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
