2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 700 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Avalanche | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |