Car A
Honda Passport
A 5-seat family-focused model with strong V6 power and an emphasis on reliability and safety. It’s good value in its segment, though its modest cargo space and fuel use may not suit everyone.
Honda Passport
Suv · Gasoline
vs
Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
Suv · Gasoline · AWD
Car B
Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
The Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited prioritizes reliability, safety, and space over outright speed. With AWD traction, efficient-for-its-class 8.4 L/100 km consumption, and a very roomy 2185 L cargo area, it suits growing families and road trips.
Why compared
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Usage fit
Family
62
/
88
City
30
/
46
Budget / value
58
/
63
Road trip
57
/
69
Performance
28
/
35
Cargo
16
/
76
Practical
42
/
64
Premium
34
/
25
Winter
40
/
76
Scores out of 100. Blue = Honda Passport · Orange = Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Honda Passport
Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Honda Passport
- Five-seat layout fits small families and daily duties
- Strong V6 (280 hp) with 6.5 s 0–100 km/h for confident passing
- Focus on reliability and safety supports peace of mind
- Around $37,000, offering good value in its segment
- Limited cargo capacity (113 L) for gear-heavy trips
- Combined 10.2 L/100 km may not suit fuel-conscious commuters
- Not tuned for performance driving despite healthy power
- Only five seats; no third-row option for larger families
Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited
- 5-star safety for family reassurance
- AWD traction for year-round conditions
- Expansive 2185 L cargo space for gear-heavy trips
- Strong reliability score (85)
- Modest acceleration (0–100 km/h in 9 s) won’t satisfy performance-focused drivers
- 182 hp/239 Nm can feel limited when fully loaded
- Not aimed at a premium experience
- 8.4 L/100 km may be outclassed by hybrid alternatives
Verdict
Pick Honda Passport if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Honda Passport is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited if…
Reliability edge
Subaru Forester 2.5i Limited scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.