1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |