2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Forester | Camaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |