2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 326 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Voyager | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2616 mm |