2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 875 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 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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2006 Subaru Forester | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Forester | Uplander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |