2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Subaru Forester. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2615 mm |
