2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Journey. 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2010 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Forester | Journey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
