2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Caliber | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |