1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
