2004 Marcos TS vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 453 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Marcos | Subaru |
| Model | TS | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2615 mm |
