1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (166 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
