1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econoline | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
