2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 128 kg more than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Forester | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
