1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Forester | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2852 mm |
