2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Forester 2010 GMC Yukon
Make Subaru GMC
Model Forester Yukon
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 497 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2553 kg
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2007 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 95 L


 

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