1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 782 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econoline | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
