2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
