2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 192 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
