2002 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 328 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Forester | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Forester | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2857 mm |
