2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 6 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
