2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.

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2008 Chevrolet Express 2000 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Forester
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 324 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 506 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2530 mm