1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Maverick | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
