2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
