2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |