1993 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Focus and 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
