2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 987 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-350 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
