1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |