2001 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
