2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
