2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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 Traverse (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Traverse | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
