2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |