2003 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |