2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2616 mm |