1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 582 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (186 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Metro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
