1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
