2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Uplander | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
