2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Durango | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
