2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 143 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Traverse | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
