1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 273 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
