2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |