2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
