2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. 2002 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Intrepid | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| 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 | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 321 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
