2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 396 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Forester
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 170 HP
Torque 400 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1474 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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