1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Intrepid | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1570 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
