2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
