2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (281 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (277 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Forester | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 281 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
