2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 323 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (386 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
