2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. 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 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Thunderbird | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
