2001 Chrysler LHS 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 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 108 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 Chrysler LHS. 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 Chrysler LHS (332 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler LHS | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | LHS | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
