1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet APV. 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet APV | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | APV | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
