2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
