1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 537 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |