2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
