2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caliber | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |