2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Cavalier | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
