2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Aveo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
