2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Monte Carlo | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |