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Forester (NA) vs. Tucson (2L)


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  1. 1. Which will you choose?

    • Forester (NA)
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Have short-listed these 2 and would like some comments on both models.

 

Forester for good handling with better safety rating

 

Tucson for better interior space & updated looks/design 

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Have short-listed these 2 and would like some comments on both models.

 

Forester for good handling with better safety rating

 

Tucson for better interior space & updated looks/design 

 

What are the most important criteria for you?

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What are the most important criteria for you?

 

Both tick the most boxes for me so i'm split between the 2. 

 

Interior space is impt for me but the gap between the 2 is quite minimal, Tucson is slightly wider & no transmission hump at rear but feels shortchanged with 2 airbags. 

 

Ride comfort & NVH levels also impt to me & it seems Tucson is a more comfy/quieter ride, although the forester's handling is better (sharper)  

 

Would like some feedbacks about service centre for both makes as well.

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Both tick the most boxes for me so i'm split between the 2. 

 

Interior space is impt for me but the gap between the 2 is quite minimal, Tucson is slightly wider & no transmission hump at rear but feels shortchanged with 2 airbags. 

 

Ride comfort & NVH levels also impt to me & it seems Tucson is a more comfy/quieter ride, although the forester's handling is better (sharper)  

 

Would like some feedbacks about service centre for both makes as well.

See which requirements are important to you to help you decide.

 

CAR

  1. Design Styling Looks
  2. Type (Saloon, Hatchback, MPV, SUV, Estate)
  3. Exclusivity (No. on road)
  4. Safety (Crash Rating etc)
  5. Safety Features:
    • No. of air-bags
    • Blind Spot Monitoring
    • Lane Departure
    • Auto-Brake
    • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
    • Proximity Sensor (Reverse and/or Front)
    • Reverse Camera
    • In-car Camera
  6. Reliability
  7. Country of Manufacture

MONEY

  1. Badge (Prestige, etc)
  2. Price Budget
  3. Depreciation
  4. Value for Money (OMV vs Selling Price etc)
  5. Tax (COE, VES)
  6. Costs – Maintenance (Servicing, Price of Parts, Reliability)
  7. Costs – Operating (Road Tax, Efficiency, etc)
  8. Insurance
  9. Loan/Insurance Rebates & Overtrade

DRIVE

  1. Power,
  2. Torque
  3. 0-100 km/hr Acceleration
  4. Top Speed
  5. Fuel Type (Electric, Petrol 98, Petrol 95, Diesel)
  6. Engine Type (3, 4, Flat 4, S6, V6, V8, Atkinson Cycle, NA, Turbo, Twin-scroll, Supercharged)
  7. Fuel Efficiency (Size, Weight)
  8. Handling
  9. Steering Ratio
  10. Driving Position & Ergonomics
  11. Cockpit Design
  12. Left/Right Signalling
  13. Drive  (2WD, FWD, RWD , AWD, 4WD)
  14. Transmission Type (AT, DSG, CVT)
  15. No of gears, Gear ratios
  16. Brakes (Discs, Ventilated Disc, Drum, etc)
  17. Turning Radius
  18. On road, off road, river crossing, driving
  19. Ground Clearance
  20. Tire Size
  21. Rim Size

RIDE

  1. Luxury level
  2. Quality, Fit & Rattling
  3. Finish Trim (Leather)
  4. NVH
  5. Seat Support
  6. Comfort (Suspension, materials)
  7. Suspension (Wishbone, Struts, Leaf-Springs, Torsion bar, Torsion beam, Pneumatic)

FEATURES

  1. Sound System
  2. Common Features –
    • ABS
    • Navigation GPS
    • Touch screen interface
    • Keyless entry
    • Keyless start stop
    • Auto open/Auto lock
    • Powered tailgate
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • Automatic Headlights
    • Retractable door mirrors
    • Immobilization & Alarm
  3. Additional Features
  4. Memory Seat (Driver / Passenger)
  5. Electric seat power adjustment points & control
  6. Steering Column Adjustment
  7. Cruise Control
  8. Radar Cruise Control
  9. Multi-Zone Air-Con
  10. Music Sources
  11. Phone connection
  12. Sun roof/Moon roof
  13. Rain sensing wiper
  14. Flat Floor / Low Transmission Tunnel
  15. Start-Stop
  16. Heating
  17. Traction Control
  18. Vectoring Control
  19. Parking assist
  20. Parking Brake (Hand, Foot, Electronic)
  21. Hold Brake
  22. Head-up Display
  23. Paddle Gear Shift
  24. Door opening (sliding, door angle)

UTILITY

  1. Size, Length, Width, Footprint
  2. Wheelbase
  3. Weight of Car
  4. Passenger Space
  5. Passenger Ergonomics
  6. Load Space
  7. Load Type, Long Loads
  8. Storage spaces, glove box & cubby holes
  9. Flood resistance

 

MISCELLANEOUS

  1. Paint System
  2. Parts availability
  3. AD or PI
  4. Warranty
  5. Resale Value
  6. Scrap Value
  7. Towing capability
  8. Headlights (LED, Halogen, etc)
  9. Susceptibility to car theft/security system
  10. Environmental performance (emissions, carbon etc)
  11. Scope for car modification and performance enhancement
  12. Others
    • Door handle design
    • Fuel cap left or right
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Only problem is the gearbox, lot of problem in USA.  

Yes,my friend got 1,long Jams at Causeway,will overheat the Gearbox...Subaru,parts more expensive.

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Yes,my friend got 1,long Jams at Causeway,will overheat the Gearbox...Subaru,parts more expensive.

Can elaborate? Tucson got not so good gear box?

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Have short-listed these 2 and would like some comments on both models.

 

Forester for good handling with better safety rating

 

Tucson for better interior space & updated looks/design 

 

Have you test driven both?

 

Which one did you like sitting in 

 

and driving better?

 

That's the one you should buy.

 

If both also same to you then you are a very lucky man.

 

Cos it means only one thing.

 

You can buy the cheaper one.  [thumbsup]

 

:D

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Have you test driven both?

 

Which one did you like sitting in

 

and driving better?

 

That's the one you should buy.

 

If both also same to you then you are a very lucky man.

 

Cos it means only one thing.

 

You can buy the cheaper one. [thumbsup]

 

:D

Really enlightening!
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Am driving the 2L tucson for 2 years now. It is a reliable and comfortable family SubCompac SUV. The

ride is good , taking on humps without hassle. With traction control ON, it can tackle twisty roads. 

I ride on ECO mode daily with fuel consumption at 9L/100km. Full tank 95 ron is about $100.

The only gripe is the engine is 2L MPI with normal 6 speed auto. This gives it a sedate composure.

 

If you are more enthusiatic, I would urge you to get the Tucson with 1.6 T with Dual Clutch.

I am getting the Kona for my son. Reason being its fuel efficient and 1.0 T manual. He likes

the ride. Maybe you can test drive too. 

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Both tick the most boxes for me so i'm split between the 2.

 

Interior space is impt for me but the gap between the 2 is quite minimal, Tucson is slightly wider & no transmission hump at rear but feels shortchanged with 2 airbags.

 

Ride comfort & NVH levels also impt to me & it seems Tucson is a more comfy/quieter ride, although the forester's handling is better (sharper)

 

Would like some feedbacks about service centre for both makes as well.

Tucson rear has aircon vent?
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Forester look more old fashion design, big and boxy. But performance is good.

 

Tucson is more modern and stylish. Performance cannot match Subaru.

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Did you test drive both..?

 

I drove the previous generation Tucson for 10 years and was completely happy with it. Went down to Comical Motors and liked the new model. Was planning to buy it, but its a big purchasing decision so went and test drove the rivals, just as a due diligence exercise...

 

Long story short, they are chalk and cheese. The Tucson is just a comfortable way to get from A to B but the Forester is actually FUN to drive. YMMV but I am now 2 years into my Forester ownership and much prefer it over my previous Tucson...

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Forester look more old fashion design, big and boxy. But performance is good.

 

Tucson is more modern and stylish. Performance cannot match Subaru.

Arent both 2L car have same performance?
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