2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ram (447 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
