2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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, both vehicles can yield 319 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Ram | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |