2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Camaro Forester
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 190 HP 170 HP
Torque 305 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2616 mm


 

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