2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |