2010 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2010 Subaru Forester and 2010 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Chevrolet Epica 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. 2010 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Forester | 2010 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Forester | Epica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
