1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 437 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |