2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
