2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 252 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
