2009 Dodge Journey vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Journey | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1760 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
