2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |