2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1372 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
