2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | S-10 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
