2012 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Genesis | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Genesis | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4986 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2530 mm |
