2024 Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX vs 2025 Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS

Detailed Comparison

Before committing to the 2024 Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX or the 2025 Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS, it pays to understand exactly where each one shines and where it falls short.

Dimensionally, you're looking at 36.5 ft for the Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX and 36.5 ft for the Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS. The Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS carries an extra 1,100 lbs, which affects tow vehicle requirements and fuel economy.

The Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX sleeps 10 while the Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS accommodates 6. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX has 2 and the Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS has 3.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX at 76 gallons versus 62 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 300W on the Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX and 350W on the Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS. Battery banks are 150 Ah and 250 Ah.

At $68,000 MSRP for the Forest River Cardinal Luxury 370FLX and $67,000 for the Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS, the Heartland Bighorn Traveler 32RS saves you $1,000. With only a 1% price difference, the choice comes down to features rather than cost.

If you're traveling with a family, look for the model with more sleeping positions and better storage. Boondockers: look at the fresh water capacity and solar/battery systems — they determine how long you can stay out. For the full-time RV lifestyle, every gallon of tank capacity and every inch of counter space counts.

Remember, the perfect RV is the one you'll actually use. Pick the one that excites you most and hit the road.