2002 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
