1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Ram | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |