2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 737 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Uplander | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
