1999 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |