2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 362 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (186 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
