2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1741 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |