2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
