2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Expedition | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 397 Nm | 225 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |