1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |