2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 806 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Express 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Forester
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4292 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 197 HP 170 HP
Torque 338 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2616 mm


 

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