1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Falcon (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
