2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 145 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Caravan | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caravan | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |