2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
