2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |