2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 2000 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
