2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Silverado (354 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
