2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Charger | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |