2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Sprinter | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2530 mm |
