2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Forester | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
