1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |