2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Forester 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Subaru Chevrolet
Model Forester Avalanche
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 117 L


 

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