Diesel 1st Gear February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 (edited) 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 Edited February 2, 2018 by Diesel ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewyewkc 5th Gear February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 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? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diesel 1st Gear February 2, 2018 Author Share February 2, 2018 (edited) 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. Edited February 2, 2018 by Diesel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewyewkc 5th Gear February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 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 Design Styling Looks Type (Saloon, Hatchback, MPV, SUV, Estate) Exclusivity (No. on road) Safety (Crash Rating etc) 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 Reliability Country of Manufacture MONEY Badge (Prestige, etc) Price Budget Depreciation Value for Money (OMV vs Selling Price etc) Tax (COE, VES) Costs – Maintenance (Servicing, Price of Parts, Reliability) Costs – Operating (Road Tax, Efficiency, etc) Insurance Loan/Insurance Rebates & Overtrade DRIVE Power, Torque 0-100 km/hr Acceleration Top Speed Fuel Type (Electric, Petrol 98, Petrol 95, Diesel) Engine Type (3, 4, Flat 4, S6, V6, V8, Atkinson Cycle, NA, Turbo, Twin-scroll, Supercharged) Fuel Efficiency (Size, Weight) Handling Steering Ratio Driving Position & Ergonomics Cockpit Design Left/Right Signalling Drive (2WD, FWD, RWD , AWD, 4WD) Transmission Type (AT, DSG, CVT) No of gears, Gear ratios Brakes (Discs, Ventilated Disc, Drum, etc) Turning Radius On road, off road, river crossing, driving Ground Clearance Tire Size Rim Size RIDE Luxury level Quality, Fit & Rattling Finish Trim (Leather) NVH Seat Support Comfort (Suspension, materials) Suspension (Wishbone, Struts, Leaf-Springs, Torsion bar, Torsion beam, Pneumatic) FEATURES Sound System 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 Additional Features Memory Seat (Driver / Passenger) Electric seat power adjustment points & control Steering Column Adjustment Cruise Control Radar Cruise Control Multi-Zone Air-Con Music Sources Phone connection Sun roof/Moon roof Rain sensing wiper Flat Floor / Low Transmission Tunnel Start-Stop Heating Traction Control Vectoring Control Parking assist Parking Brake (Hand, Foot, Electronic) Hold Brake Head-up Display Paddle Gear Shift Door opening (sliding, door angle) UTILITY Size, Length, Width, Footprint Wheelbase Weight of Car Passenger Space Passenger Ergonomics Load Space Load Type, Long Loads Storage spaces, glove box & cubby holes Flood resistance MISCELLANEOUS Paint System Parts availability AD or PI Warranty Resale Value Scrap Value Towing capability Headlights (LED, Halogen, etc) Susceptibility to car theft/security system Environmental performance (emissions, carbon etc) Scope for car modification and performance enhancement Others Door handle design Fuel cap left or right 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tohto Hypersonic February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 Why Tucson 2.0L? 1.6L turbo definitely a better car. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcostan 4th Gear February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 Why Tucson 2.0L? 1.6L turbo definitely a better car. Only problem is the gearbox, lot of problem in USA. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 (edited) 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. Edited February 2, 2018 by ER-3682 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nazerath Turbocharged February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 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? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc Hypersonic February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 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. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcostan 4th Gear February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 Can elaborate? Tucson got not so good gear box? U can google 2017 Tucson gearbox problem. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim240 Clutched February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 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. Really enlightening! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
us9392 2nd Gear February 2, 2018 Share February 2, 2018 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. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watwheels Supersonic February 3, 2018 Share February 3, 2018 Choose anything with a conventional planetary gb, won't go wrong. Avoid anything with a dual clutch gb. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotr8445r 5th Gear February 3, 2018 Share February 3, 2018 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? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
flashbang Turbocharged February 3, 2018 Share February 3, 2018 Forester look more old fashion design, big and boxy. But performance is good. Tucson is more modern and stylish. Performance cannot match Subaru. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdsea 3rd Gear February 3, 2018 Share February 3, 2018 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... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotr8445r 5th Gear February 3, 2018 Share February 3, 2018 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? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zze121 3rd Gear February 3, 2018 Share February 3, 2018 Subaru is a reliable car. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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