2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Forester | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
