2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
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2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Monte Carlo | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |