2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 415 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
