1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Spirit | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |