2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 693 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |