2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Forester | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
