2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
