2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
