2002 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Grand Caravan | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |