2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 181 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Cavalier | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1194 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
