1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (246 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Camaro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
