2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Uplander | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
