2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Aveo | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |