2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 495 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Forester | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Forester | Spark |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1029 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 3673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1597 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1522 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2375 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |